Pakistan Secures ODI Series Win Over South Africa

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Pakistan Secures ODI Series Win Over South Africa

:In a dominant display, Pakistan secured a 3-0 ODI series win over South Africa, marking a historic maiden home ODI whitewash for the hosts. The third and final ODI, played at the Wanderers Stadium, saw Pakistan emerge victorious by 36 runs, despite the match being affected by rain.

Pakistan's innings was highlighted by a century from Saim Ayub, who scored 101 runs. Other significant contributions came from Babar Azam with 52 runs and Mohammad Rizwan with 53 runs, helping Pakistan post a total of 308 for 9.

South Africa, who chose to bowl first, were unable to chase down the target. Heinrich Klaasen top-scored with 81 runs, and Corbin Bosch contributed 40 towards the end, but it was not enough as South Africa were restricted to 271 runs. The Pakistani bowling was spearheaded by Sufiyan Muqeem, who took 4 wickets for 52 runs.

This series win is a significant achievement for Pakistan, especially under the captaincy of Mohammad Rizwan, who has led the team to back-to-back series victories in challenging overseas conditions.

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